Apr29th 2024Living with radiculopathy and herniated disc pain and stiffness can be difficult, affecting everyday activities and your overall quality of life. However, surgery has traditionally been a preferred course of treatment. However, non-surgical approaches, especially physical therapy for back pain, offer encouraging alternatives. What is Radiculopathy? Radiculopathy is a medical disorder that occurs when one
Apr29th 2024Back pain is a common ailment that can cause suffering and impairment. Opioids were often recommended to treat back pain in the past, but some concerns have been raised about their potential for addiction and negative effects. However, physical therapy has become a reliable and secure alternative for opioid use in the treatment of back
Mar20th 2024Physical therapists and other healthcare professionals commonly use manual therapy techniques to treat musculoskeletal conditions and promote recovery. Two widely employed techniques are mobilization and manipulation. While both involve hands-on techniques aimed at improving joint function and reducing pain, they differ in their approaches and applications. What is Mobilization in Physical Therapy? Mobilization techniques, which
